2009 Omega Constellation Watch For Men
The global appeal of the watch requires an array of models to fit regional tastes. The case is sized up to 38mm wide and goes down to 35mm for the men's models. Inside the watch is Omega's in-house made Co-Axial caliber 8500 or 8501 movements - which were certainly not available in the originals. Quartz movement versions of the watch are also available. For me the look has always been an acquired taste though there is nothing to dislike about the sensible good looks of the watch. In addition to the steel version, editions of the watch are available with gold accents and different color faces. Look for the new 2009 Omega Constellation models soon.
Ariel Adams publishes the watch review site aBlogtoRead.com.
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
Miguel Jul 4th 2009 3:06PM
Wrong, the first constellation model is circa 1952, also knows as the constellation pie pan for its iconic dial. Pie pans housed a caliber 352, which was also in house, but not co-axial. What you are referring to is the Manhattan style constellation, which was unveiled in 1982. This model was the one that introduced the four claws, that pressed the sapphire crystal, now I believe they are only aesthetics.
Ariel Adams Jul 4th 2009 8:47PM
Hi Miguel,
You are right, I was referring the current style of the watch. So the name "Constellation" on Omega watches goes further back. Thanks for the comment and take care.